Plumber
Company
Leoson Engineering
Location
Pretoria
Via
Jooble
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and Trade Tested Plumber with at least 3 years of experience specifically within municipal environments or large-scale public infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate isn't just a "fix-it" expert; you understand the bureaucracy, compliance standards, and heavy-duty systems unique to city-level plumbing and water management.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Maintenance: Install, repair, and maintain large-scale water supply and sewage systems.
Compliance & Inspection: Ensure all work meets municipal bylaws and national building codes.
System Diagnostics: Utilize advanced tools to locate leaks or blockages in complex public piping networks.
Reporting: Maintain accurate logs of work completed for municipal audit and safety purposes.
Emergency Response: Handle high-pressure repairs on main lines and public facilities.
Requirements & Qualifications
Certification: Valid Red Seal (or equivalent) Trade Test certificate.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience specifically in municipal or public works plumbing.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of blueprints, hydraulic systems, and municipal water meter installations.
Driver’s License: Valid Code 8 (or higher) license with a clean record.
Physical Fitness: Ability to work in confined spaces and various outdoor weather conditions.
Please send your resume/CV
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Maintenance: Install, repair, and maintain large-scale water supply and sewage systems.
Compliance & Inspection: Ensure all work meets municipal bylaws and national building codes.
System Diagnostics: Utilize advanced tools to locate leaks or blockages in complex public piping networks.
Reporting: Maintain accurate logs of work completed for municipal audit and safety purposes.
Emergency Response: Handle high-pressure repairs on main lines and public facilities.
Requirements & Qualifications
Certification: Valid Red Seal (or equivalent) Trade Test certificate.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience specifically in municipal or public works plumbing.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of blueprints, hydraulic systems, and municipal water meter installations.
Driver’s License: Valid Code 8 (or higher) license with a clean record.
Physical Fitness: Ability to work in confined spaces and various outdoor weather conditions.
Please send your resume/CV
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
